Indians blamed as paan stains dot London streets

A viral video capturing distressing scenes from the streets of Harrow has triggered outrage on social media, even as the presence of a large migrant population of Indians and their love for paan and gutka prompted the natives to blame the latter for the undesirable development.

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The scene has left many people angry and disgusted. The video, shot in Harrow, a borough in London, shows paan stains splattered outside shops and on the roads, especially around Rayners Lane and North Harrow. Locals say these ugly stains are now a common sight, mostly outside stores and takeaway joints that sell chewing tobacco products.

The viral video shows paan spit over a dustbin placed on the roadside. As the clip progresses, several stains can be seen on the trees and pathways.